Sec. 7-44(f), Ordinance: The childs arrival and departure must be recorded by child care personnel at the time the child enters and departs the child care facility. The attendance sheet/class roster must accompany the child care personnel and the group of children throughout the day should they leave the classroom. In order to account for childrens whereabouts, children who are reassigned to different classrooms throughout the day should be signed in and/or out of the rosters for those respective classrooms each time. The facility failed to maintain an accurate attendance roster for the children in care. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) License/Certificates [SR]
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Upon arriving to the 4th, 5th and 6th grade classroom, attendance was not accurate and did not match the number of students occupying the space. Per providers statement some students were located in the adjacent room or participating in extracurricular activities offered by the elementary school. Provider proceeded to correct the attendance at the time of the inspection. Technical assistance was provided regarding daily attendance record keeping requirements when children transition to other classrooms. SCHOOL READINESS
3.2(A), Handbook: All areas and surfaces accessible to children must be free from toxic substances, bio contaminants, and hazardous materials/equipment/tools, including power tools, plastic bags, matches, candles, lighters, etc. A toxic/hazardous material was accessible to children. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) Facility/Storage [SR]
Inspector notes
Upon arriving to classroom 151, cleaning products were observed on top of the table. Technical assistance was provided regarding this standard. Cleaning products were placed out of reach and this area came into compliance at the time of the inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 11 - Toxins/Hazardous Materials Group: Sec. 7-42, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-42, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
Official code
11-02
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
Report finding
Sec. 7-44(f), Ordinance: The childs arrival and departure must be recorded by child care personnel at the time the child enters and departs the child care facility. The attendance sheet/class roster must accompany the child care personnel and the group of children throughout the day should they leave the classroom. In order to account for childrens whereabouts, children who are reassigned to different classrooms throughout the day should be signed in and/or out of the rosters for those respective classrooms each time. The facility failed to maintain an attendance roster for the children in care. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) License/Certificates [SR]
Report comments
Attendance was not completed for the 4th/5th grade group. Attendance was completed at the time of the inspection. SCHOOL READINESS
Suggested questions for parents based on recorded violations in inspection reports. If there are not enough source-backed violations, you will see general questions for daycare.
Finding-specific
Could you describe the process your staff uses to keep track of children when they move between classrooms or participate in extracurricular activities?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from a recent inspection indicate that maintaining accurate attendance rosters during transitions between classrooms and activities has been a challenge. Asking about this process helps parents understand how the center ensures every child is accounted for throughout the day.
Context
The facility corrected the attendance record at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps does the center take to ensure that cleaning supplies and other hazardous materials are always stored securely and out of reach of children?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from May 2025 noted an instance where cleaning products were accessible in a classroom. This question allows parents to learn about the current storage protocols and safety measures in place for hazardous materials.
Context
The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you train your staff to maintain consistent attendance tracking, especially when children are moving between different groups or programs?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records show that attendance documentation has been a recurring topic in reports from 2025 and 2026. Understanding the staff training approach provides insight into how the center works to maintain reliable records for all children.
Related violations
General question
What is your center's policy for communicating with parents if there is a change in the daily routine or if a child is moved to a different classroom for an activity?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Clear communication regarding a child's location and daily schedule helps parents feel connected and informed. This question helps families understand the center's standard practices for keeping parents updated on their child's daily experience.
General question
How do you supervise children during transitions to ensure that everyone is accounted for as they move from one area of the facility to another?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Supervision during transitions is a key part of maintaining a secure environment. Asking about these procedures helps parents understand the active monitoring strategies used by the staff.